Mom used ( ________ ) to sew my skirt together.Definition:A fine cord of twisted fibers (of cotton or silk or wool or nylon) used in sewing and weaving. Tie one of these around your finger so you won't forget something!

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The ( ________ ) slowed the progress of traffic.Definition:A storm with dark clouds, heavy rain, strong wind, loud noises, and streaks of light in the sky. My dog crawls under the bed when one of these comes!